DAYS ARE GETTING SHORTER; people are getting crabbier. But Balto and Natasha, ever the model citizens, are making an effort to speak each other’s language. Isn’t that the least we can do when things get f*cky?

Yes, Dear ‘Creekniks, we’re all in this together. As the season darkens, why not bring each other a little light?

Like these 2 intrepid pickers. They came apple hunting after everyone had given up for the season. Inspiring!

We are still open every day til 5 PM, but APPLE PICKING IS DONE. Of course you can wander the orchards and playground, but you won’t find many apples within reach.

The stand is stocked with great apples, including antiques and exotics that you can’t find in a grocery store. (Send them to a friend in an Apple Gift Box!)

“Apples schmapples,” says Natasha. “Wake me up when the tuna trees are ripe. And eat that dry food yourself.”

The Cidermeisters are pressing Ambrosia every week. Load up now for Thanksgiving. It freezes great.

Get winter squash for only 75¢ a pound. Delicata, acorn, and more. Traditional Thanksgiving delights.